2011 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 1981 Nissan Leopard
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Leopard. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Leopard would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S (621 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 487 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Leopard. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Leopard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 1056 kg more than 1981 Nissan Leopard. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S (999 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 773 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Leopard. (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Leopard.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Mercedes-Benz S | 1981 Nissan Leopard | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | S | Leopard |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 2753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 621 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 999 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2296 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5245 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1872 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1473 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3165 mm | 2630 mm |
